Basic Needs Center Fall Hours
Student Services Center, Room 190
Hours
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Phone: 530-898-4098

Pantry Fall Hours
Student Services Center, Room 196
Hours
10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday - Friday
Phone: 530-898-4098

Mailing Address
Chico State Basic Needs Project
400 W. First St.
Chico, CA 95929-0107

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Donate to the Chico State Cares Annual Fund(opens in new window)

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Local Student Housing Fairs

Chico State partners with College Pads and North Valley Property Owners Association to connect students with local housing providers each semester in a variety of ways. Housing fairs are casual, fun, and informative. Bring your friends and future roommates for networking, free food, swag, and prizes!

Fall 2026 Housing Fairs

Wednesday, October 7
11:30 am – 2:30 pm
The Madison Bear Garden (downtown Chico)
Free Lunch and Raffle!
*Hosted by local Chico housing providers

Wednesday, October 14
10 am – 2 pm
"The Guantlet" by Meriam Library (Chico State campus)
Free Food and Prizes!
*Hosted by College Pads

Please note - students are encouraged to carefully research their options, read reviews, ask questions, and look out for scams – and to be aware that Chico State, its Auxiliaries, and University Housing do not endorse or manage any of the off-campus housing sites or properties participating in these fairs.